The web browser you use is an important aspect of your online privacy. It can collect and transmit so much information about you that it can create a profile of you. That’s why, when you are using a browser, whether it be for online shopping or searching for cute animal videos, it’s crucial to use one that will give you the most protection. Here are 5 web browsers that will protect you when online.
Firefox - It was first released by the Mozilla Foundation and Corporation in 2004. It is free and open source. It’s also customizable, as you can add multiple extensions and change the theme of the browser. Available for Windows, Linux, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Brave - Initially released in 2016, it is free and open source. Brave has a built-in ad blocker and VPN. They also have an option where you can search via Tor, as well as other features. Available for Windows, Linux, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Tor - Developed by The Tor Project and first released in 2002. It’s free and open source. The best browser for anonymous web searching. Their mission with the broswer is to “protect your privacy and freedom" on the internet.” If you are interested in accessing the dark web, this is your browser. Available for Windows, Linux, and Mac.
Mullvad Browser - “Developed in collaboration between the Tor Project and Mullvad VPN” and released in 2023. It’s free and open source. It has the uBlock Origin ad blocker and NoScript blocker installed. Available for Windows, Linux, Mac, and as a Firefox extension.
DuckDuckGo - Developed by the company DuckDuckGo and initially released in 2018 for iOS and Android. While some versions of the browser are open source, the desktop version is not, but it is free. The browser is best known for blocking the tracking of certain third parties. Available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.
To learn more about web browsers and which ones protect you best, check out these two resources:
Before I sign off, I thought I shared a meme with you that I saw years ago and am sharing now. It’s related to browsers, and I am a gamer, so I had a laugh, and I hope you do too.
Until Next Time,
Monique 🖥️